Shine a light on transformation! Explore how iluminada+ consulting co. expertly navigates the path from challenge to success. Our case studies spotlight the transformative journeys of individuals and organizations reaching their brightest potential, illustrating my commitment to your enlightenment and growth.

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Organizations

Finding One's Voice: A Case Study on Personal Empowerment and Professional Integration

Explore how iluminada+ consulting co. helped a USAID employee find her voice and confidence. Through personalized coaching and the Birkman Method Assessment, she transformed isolation into inclusion and professional growth.

“iluminada+ consulting co. transforms youth development with unparalleled dedication. La’Nita's strategic, thoughtful coaching uplifts without diminishing, showcasing a rare, invaluable skill.”

Michelle Mirzoian, Sr. Strategic Partnerships Director

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Podcasts & media coverage

Appearances & speaking engagements

  • Presenter, "Preventing Online Hate and Ideological Threats: Strategies for K-12 School Leaders,” Association of Maryland and DC Independent Schools (April 2024)

    Panelist, “Alumni Career Panel,” American University (April 2024)

    Workshop, “Reducing Political Extremism on Campus,” AASCU’s American Democracy Project (March 2024)

  • Panelist, “Careers in Training,” American University (October 2023)

    Panelist, “ Democracy’s Challenges, Higher Education’s Purpose,” Institute for Democracy & Higher Education (September 2023)

    Plenary Speaker, “Preventing Hate-Fueled Violence: What Campuses Can Do,” American Association of State Colleges and Universities (July 2023)

    Keynote Speaker, “Building to Empower Communities to Achieve,” Urban Leaders Fellowship  – Virtual (May 2023)

  • Commencement Speaker, Universidad de Valle – Escuintla, Guatemala (April 2022)

    Speaker, “Life as a USAID Officer – Off the Record Series,” Black Professionals in International Affairs – Virtual

    (March 2022)

    Speaker, “Prioritizing Self Care & Mental Health,” USAID – Virtual (March 2022)

    Moderator, “Town Hall with Administrator Samantha Power: USAID’s New Vision for Inclusive Development,” USAID – Virtual (February 2022)

  • Panelist, “An Intergenerational Conversation,” Young Professionals at USAID – Virtual (November 2021);

    Master of Ceremonies, “Locally Employed Staff Appreciation Day with the US Ambassador to Guatemala,” U.S.

    Embassy Guatemala – Virtual (November 2021)

    Presenter, Youth Champions Summit, USAID – Virtual (November 2021)

    Speaker, “Women’s Mental Health,” Elite Girls Mentoring – Virtual (November 2021)

    Panelist, “Diversity in Development,” Georgetown University – Virtual (October 2021)

    Panel, “Pathways Promises: A Journey into International Affairs,” American University – Virtual (June 2021)

    Speaker, “Prioritizing Self Care & Mental Health,” USAID – Virtual (March 2021)

  • Speaker, AU Experience Course, American University – Virtual (October 2020)

    Moderator, Payne Fellow Listening Session, USAID – Virtual (August 2020)

  • Graduate Student Commencement Speaker, American University – Washington, D.C. (May 2019)

    Presenter, “Selling Extremism: social media and far right branding,” Comparative and International Education Society 2019 Conference – San Francisco, CA (April 2019)

  • Panelist, Graduate Fellowship Panel, Pepperdine University – Washington, D.C. (October 2018)

  • Panelist, The American University, Foreign Service Graduate Fellowship Panel (November 2017)

    Panelist, Graduate Fellowship Panel, Pepperdine University – Washington, D.C. (October 2017)

    Panelist, “Financial Inclusion for The Invisible Class,” Civil Society Policy Forum at The World Bank Group’s Spring Meetings – Washington, D.C. (April 2017)